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Lead Cook

Wegmans

Job Title

Leadership Role in Culinary Department

Job Description

Step into a leadership role where your culinary skill and passion for food set the tone for the entire kitchen! In our people-first kitchen, you'll lead and develop a team of cooks to fine tune their skills and grow their career. Your leadership, culinary expertise, and attention to detail will drive profitability and a smooth kitchen environment.

What You'll Do

  • Assist the sous chefs in running the kitchen and overseeing the team
  • Follow recipes, use proper knife skills, and apply cooking techniques to ensure consistency
  • Share your knowledge and passion for food with customers by suggesting meal ideas using products from departments around the store
  • Manage employee performance, including training, feedback and development opportunities

Requirements

  • 2+ years of prep or line cook experience
  • Experience leading a team
  • Food safety and quality assurance knowledge
Wegmans
Vacancy posted 4 days ago
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